2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2007 Kia Rondo

To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rondo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rondo would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jaguar XF 2007 Kia Rondo
Make Jaguar Kia
Model XF Rondo
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 247 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L